I put together my May style post a bit early, frankly because I could use the distraction. No, the baby has not arrived yet. Looks like I’ll be going from overdue to truly post-term. I’m scheduled to be induced tomorrow morning.
So for now… fashion! Glorious frivolity!
I’m eager to wear normal clothes again, though I’m sure it will take me a while to get back to my pre-pregnancy size. Plus I know babies do lovely things like spit-up, so I’m trying to be practical and choose easy wash and wear clothing. A comfy stretchy skirt and a ruffled henley should fit the bill. And how awesome would Moop’s Fraulein Tote be as a diaper bag? I think it would work exceedingly well.
I saw the red t-strap shoes in the Urban Outfitters catalog about a month ago and I’ve been pining for them ever since. They’re pretty much perfect— the low heel looks like a good height to add some style but still be a very walking-friendly shoe. A kicky striped bangle would pick up the red nicely, and gold hoop earrings would be a nice touch too.
OK, that was fun. Didn’t really take my mind off things since I’m basing my wardrobe choices around my upcoming new lifestyle as a mom (!), but it was fun nonetheless. Now I’m off to worry about tomorrow…
teerish
April 28, 2009 at 11:45 amcute clothes!
BUT OH MY GOSH! you are probably having a baby RIGHT.NOW.
eeee! congrats!
Katherine
April 28, 2009 at 11:52 amAdorable clothing choices. As usual!
Congrats on baby! Wishing you guys the best!
Beth
April 28, 2009 at 1:19 pmgood luck and congrats :)
Gina
April 28, 2009 at 1:36 pmGood luck and congrats!!
wren
April 28, 2009 at 2:25 pmGood luck tomorrow… i have been checking in daily to see the new little one. Looks like you won’t have to wait much longer. Congrats!
bethany
April 28, 2009 at 4:15 pmHappy Induction Day! You’re probably already holding your beautiful baby girl by now! Congratulations!
coral
April 28, 2009 at 4:20 pmHope everything goes well today. We’re all thinking of you.
Secretscali
April 28, 2009 at 5:16 pmCongratulations and good luck today. Can’t wait to see the beautiful baby girl!
OzInUK
April 28, 2009 at 5:35 pmI have been reading for a long time now, and never posted – just wanted to say I hope it all goes well, and cannot wait to meet Baby-Balch! World-wide good vibes coming your way :)
Katie
April 28, 2009 at 7:10 pmBABIES BABIES!!! :D I hope everything went well today and that you are already holding that sweet baby of yours!
Georgia
April 28, 2009 at 7:36 pmI really enjoy your blog and love the look of the new porch. the pink chairs are delicious! Wishing you all the best health and happiness with your new baby.
Amy
April 28, 2009 at 8:27 pmGood luck with the induction!
Jeanette
April 28, 2009 at 8:36 pmHope all went well today! Congrats!
Becky @ Farmgirl Paints
April 28, 2009 at 8:39 pmIf you have it on the 28th, which is today, that is my husband’s birthday. That is so cool. I’m sending you lots of love and best wishes from afar. So excited for your new journey:)
Julie Anne
April 28, 2009 at 8:42 pmI hope everything went well today, and you, Baby Girl Balch and Brandon, too, are all resting comfortably now!
Wishing you: Sweet Dreams of resting with babies in Egg Chairs…
elizabeth
April 28, 2009 at 8:45 pmI’ve been checking in all day…. Wishing you the best!!! Can’t wait to see that little beauty :)
mary.c
April 28, 2009 at 9:57 pmAAAH! Where is your child??? I’m anxious to see her! Good luck tomorrow — I’ll be thinking easy-labor-thoughts all day.
Sandra
April 28, 2009 at 9:57 pmKept checking in today, just in case ;)
I’m with Julie Anne (two spots up)–Hoping all went well today with you, Baby Girl Balch and Brandon also. My son’s 2nd birthday was yesterday (4.27). Big Congratulations!
Liz
April 28, 2009 at 10:17 pmHope all went well today :)
Heidi
April 29, 2009 at 3:27 amI’m putting my money on the little babe being named something cheerful and pink-related…Something like Rose or Mauve or Petunia haha.
Sher
April 29, 2009 at 4:15 amCongratulations in advance! Hope everything went well today. :)
kasey
April 29, 2009 at 7:41 amoh, what a lovely blog you have. You are a neighbor!!
hooray!
I found you via the home depot challenge.
xo
S.
April 29, 2009 at 7:49 amWow, it looks wonderful! The painted rug is simply stunning and it transforms the whole space! Great work (and while super pregnant!) S.
Lindsey
April 29, 2009 at 9:11 amYou’re blog is wonderful! I’m so glad I stumbled upon it again and I just bookmarked it so I won’t forget it again. Congrats on the baby! Hopefully everything went well.
Jen from Windy Ridge
April 29, 2009 at 10:23 amHow exciting, Congratulations!
Coty
April 29, 2009 at 1:38 pmCongratulations! Hope all went well!
Mary
April 29, 2009 at 1:49 pmThinking of you guys! All the best.
Caitlin
April 29, 2009 at 6:10 pmGood Luck!!! Can’t wait to “meet” her!
Alma
April 29, 2009 at 6:44 pmI just had my first baby in January and I hear you on the wash and wear clothes that you need to have now! Also, loose-fitting is great. I found out pretty soon that I couldn’t wear most of my wardrobe because it was too tight to be good for nursing!
I absolutely loved this outfit that you put together and found a similar skirt and shirt at Target. Hooray!
Su
April 30, 2009 at 6:06 amGood luck with the delivery! I can’t wait to read how you handle a baby while maintaining a beautiful house! :) I have a 17 month old son and he rules the roost. Take care…best of luck from us in Japan.
Jessica
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Stephanie
April 30, 2009 at 12:09 pmThinking of you! All the best!!
Nolita Morgan
April 30, 2009 at 1:08 pmHoping everything went well Tuesday! Excited to see new family pics!
Nuit
April 30, 2009 at 1:46 pmThis is sooo exciting Nicole, I have been checking your blog for news since tuesday!!! baby news please?????
evy
April 30, 2009 at 4:19 pmJust checking in over here. Thinking of you and wishing you well!
Jacci
April 30, 2009 at 4:54 pmThose first few days after baby arrives are such a whirlwind :) Isn’t it amazing how there’s no longer any distinction between night and day? Prayed for you all just now – hope things are going well!!! :)
Melanye K
April 30, 2009 at 7:45 pmGOOD LUCK!
haus
May 1, 2009 at 12:14 amI adore your style posts, you know.
I hope you’ll be home soon with your little one, spending lots of time in bed and enjoying some coddling as you recover!
ps
May 1, 2009 at 9:23 amdelurking to wish you the best……….
Berglind Á
May 1, 2009 at 10:27 amGood luck from Iceland! Love your blog and hope everything is good with you and the baby, ouhh and Congratulations!
Casey
May 1, 2009 at 11:14 amOkay, I’m delurking out of impatience. I’m going to need a name.
I hope your family is doing well. Please post!
Ivory Pearl Interiors
May 1, 2009 at 11:38 amGood luck! All the best!
AF
May 1, 2009 at 1:13 pmNicole’s mom posted an update on her blog the day she was induced. http://www.tomatodrill.com/
Briana
May 1, 2009 at 3:24 pmthanks for the shout out about the jersey foldover skirt! I’m 7 months pregnant, and have been really looking for a few things I can wear for the next 2 months and through the summer. This is perfect! I went to Old Navy a couple days ago, and these were almost gone! luckily I snagged one of the two they had left in my size, and it is so comfy! Thank you.
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